Quantity surveyor - Consultancy

Pay: £60,000.00-£70,000.00 per hour Job Description: Job Title: Senior QS / Commercial Manager (Construction Consultancy) Salary: Competitive, based on experience Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent Role Overview An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Quantity Surveyor / Commercial Manager to join our established QS consultancy, supporting the delivery of high-quality groundworks, civil engineering, and new build developments across the South East and Home Counties.

Reporting directly to the Managing Director / Director, you will manage cost management, commercial reporting, contract administration, and financial control across multiple client projects. This role is ideal for a dedicated commercial professional who thrives in a collaborative environment and values high standards, client satisfaction, and professional growth.

Key Responsibilities Oversee commercial management and cost control across multiple groundworks and construction projects from procurement through to final accounts. Prepare, submit, and negotiate main contracts, subcontracts, variations, final accounts, and interim payment applications.

Act as a key point of contact for clients, main contractors, and sub-contractors, ensuring clear communication and contract compliance. Manage project programmes, cost value reconciliations (CVRs), cash flow forecasts, and commercial documentation.

Provide commercial and contractual support to site management and project teams to mitigate financial risk and maximize profitability. Experience using cost management software and digital project management platforms is advantageous.

What We're Looking For Proven experience in quantity surveying or commercial management within a construction consultancy or main contractor environment, with background knowledge in groundworks or civil engineering highly desirable.

Strong working knowledge of standard construction contracts (e.g., NEC, JCT). Outstanding commercial acumen, negotiation abilities, and numerical skills. Strong leadership, organizational, and client-facing communication skills, with the flexibility to manage changing demands across multiple projects.

Qualifications & Professional Memberships Degree in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management, or a related discipline. RICS accredited qualification (MRICS/FRICS) or working towards chartered status is preferred. Full UK Driving Licence (for client and site visits)

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